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Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6122.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Emerald Isle, NC
  • Emerald Isle Adventures
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Salty Pirate Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room #1

1 King Bed

Guest Room #2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower

Exclusive, free, private ocean front gated parking lot with an outdoor shower and boardwalk to the beach. Avoid crowds, lines, and paying for parking! When headed to the beach with chairs, cooler, towels, etc it's nice to drive over and park ocean front! The house is 0.5 mi from the private beach access. So you can walk to it too. Our private beach access is just one block from the Bogue Inlet Pier with public restrooms, a convenience store, Surf's Up ocean front restaurant, tackle shop and excellent fishing!

The master has a tempur-pedic hybrid california king with a base for raising and lowering head and feet! There a king in the first guest room and a queen in the second. New in 2023 a whole house water filtration and softening system. Kitchen and bathrooms remodeled in 2022. New appliances, cabinets, tile, kitchen countertop space tripled, master bath converted to a walk in shower, etc.! Brand new HVAC May 2022. The back deck and much of the backyard privacy fencing was replaced in 2020. In 2020, the entire private beach access boardwalk was replaced and the dock at the sound side Cedar Street Park was completely rebuilt. The sound side dock is just 0.2 miles from the house! This home was initially renovated in 2019 with brand new furniture, flooring and paint. While there will be a VRBO fee at checkout, there will be no extra fees from the owner for linens, cleaning, crib or high chair.

This property is thoroughly cleaned every week. Rest assured the house is disinfected including every light switch, door handle, etc!

Beautifully landscaped property with a very private backyard, large outdoor shower with hot water, large deck and gas grill. Sun room overlooking the backyard. One story, so NO stairs to climb! Master suite has a cal king bed and private bath, a king and queen in the other 2 bedrooms. Hampers in each room, separate laundry room and outdoor clothes line.

Roku TV's in every bedroom and living room with Cable TV, Hulu subscription on each TV for a large selection of TV shows and movies! Blu-ray in living room, high speed internet, modern furniture and decor, many games to play, fully stocked kitchen, plenty of dishes and cutlery to last the day .

Located in the heart of EI so you can walk to many shops and restaurants. Several grocery stores are just 4 minutes from the house. Walk to the sound front Cedar Street Park at the end of the street (0.2mi), sit on the bench at the end of the dock and enjoy our glorious sunsets! It's also ideal for cyclists...11 mile bicycle path. Bring your bikes! (rentals available on the island).

Linens included (bed sheets, blanket, 4 pillows per bed, towel sets, which include a bath, hand and wash cloth per person as well as bath mats are also included). The kitchen includes 2 dish towels and 2 dish cloths. Complimentary first trash bag, 1 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, a roll of paper towels, and salt, pepper and spices to get your relaxing vacation started. Also provided is hand soap next to each sink. Complimentary crib and high chair available.

Hurricanes: Travel insurance when booking through VRBO is optional, but is strongly recommended for this time of year. If you choose not to purchase insurance, no refunds will be given in the event of cancellation, including mandatory hurricane evacuation.

NO SMOKING! Rentals are Saturday to Saturday.

While no pets are allowed, the owner's dog has been inside of the home, so pet dander may be present.

Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only. Check in at 4pm and Check out at 10am.

Property manager

Heather

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Emerald Isle

Located in Emerald Isle, this holiday home is near the beach. Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and Emerald Forest Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Emerald Plantation and Salty Air Open Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Emerald Isle, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Isle Adventures - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Sweet Spot - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emerald Plantation - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Salty Pirate Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Havelock Station - 36 min drive
  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf's Up Grill and Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mac Daddys - Cape Cart - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪34 Degrees North - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Cottage with Private Free Oceanfront Parking and Outdoor Shower located?

This family-friendly Emerald Isle holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Emerald Isle Adventures and The Sweet Spot. Emerald Isle Beach and Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT PLACE

We had a wonderful stay at this well equipped home away from home. Great location to the beach, the Sound and the shops. The host has thought of every aminity you would need. Nice privacy fence, outdoor shower and patio area outside as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host

Great Host, responsive. Beach access via remote parking was better than expected and easy. Can walk to a fresh made donut shop from the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun despite Hurricane Debby

We have never been to Emerald Isle. We had a great time exploring and seeing what the area had to offer. The house was perfect for our needs. Our daughter brought her best friend and they loved having their choice of rooms and all the amenities. Hurricane Debby cut our stay short because of my worry about all the rain. I highly recommend this house. So comfortable and well equipped. We will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vianey V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

loved it! super clean, she messaged back quickly, great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Ellen w.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Feelings

Great location, great layout. Loved the private beach parking. Unfortunately, the house was dirty. Toothpaste spray on the sink, dust everywhere, dog hairs in the couch, filthy oven.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic home, fantastic location

We love this place!! This is our 3rd year staying here & can’t say enough good things. The house is setup really well to accommodate our group of 5 adults & 1 child. The outdoor space has a great deck w lots of shade for hanging out & meals, plus a great outdoor shower. The house is all one level & super clean. It’s in a quiet area and the beach is still easily accessible w the included parking access. This home will always be our 1st choice when vacationing in EI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at this vacation home

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this home. We especially enjoyed having meals outside on the deck and walking down the street to the cute donut shop. The private beach access was really great to have as we could just show up and park without having to drive around endlessly looking for a spot. The little closed in sunroom was a nice surprise as it made a great spot for my toddler to hang out with his toys while still being in eye sight. Would definitely rent this home again or recommend to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M., Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private, quiet, comfortable

We usually stay beach side but we are now rethinking our priorities. This property was very clean, well-equipped, and so peaceful. We love to cook and the recently updated kitchen was perfectly apportioned for big dinners and quick lunches. The updates in the master bath were thoughtful and convenient. The double cherries on top of it all was the private beach parking and beach access, and the super-fast responses to any and all questions we had (which were very few) thanks to the clear communications from the owner. We look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation in the books

First of, this house was beautiful and super spacious. Towels, kitchen essentials, etc were all provided and ready when we arrived. Walking to the beach is easy, as well as driving to the beach. Stores are close, mini golf nearby, go karts, perfect for your kidsos enjoyment 😌 The outdoor patio was also very nice, along with the outdoor shower to wash all the sand off after beach travels. The air conditioning in the home itself was superior and would freeze you out, so it was nice coming home in the super hot weather to cool off. The owner has good communication and is nearby to respond to messages. We had an amazing time, and would most definitely book this stay again. Thanks heather for such a great vacation and for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! 💙 See you next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and loved the location.

We had a great vacation at Emerald Isle and a big part of the reason was this beach house and easy access to the beach. We normally stay oceanfront, and we were a little hesitant. While no need to be. The location of the home is in a great neighborhood and the parking at the beach was easy and always available. The home was clean, with modern/updated bathrooms and kitchen. We loved the back deck. With all the shade from the trees, the deck was always cool and relaxing when getting back from the beach. Heather was great to work with and always got right back with answers to questions. I would recommend the property and we plan on staying again when we return to Emerald Isle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place!!!

First, don't be worried that this property isn't on the ocean, because the house, location, and owner are awesome!!! A short walk to the sound area, with a pier and benches are great for watching the beautiful NC sunsets, another short walk to the highway and you're at the best breakfast/coffee place on the island, as well as a great donut shop! As for the beach, this neighborhood has a dedicated beach access, and even there during the 4th, there were plenty of parking spaces, a great, well maintained walkway to the beach, which is close to the pier, but without the crowds! The house itself is wonderful, plenty of space, and lots of updates, and one of my favorite things is the outdoor hot shower! If you stay, please be sure to give this a try, believe me you'll be sold! Heather is awesome, and even on a holiday is always accessible to help with any issues you might have! I will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and great location!!!

This house was absolutely wonderful! Extremely clean, neat, comfortable, had EVERY amenity!!! I can't say enough about how much we loved this house, and the owner is absolutely fantastic to deal with! Super easy check-in, and even easier check-out. About a block from the main road, easy walk to some great food places (Flip Flop Donuts & Circle Pizza are fantastic) and about the same distance in the other direction is a wonderful little Park on the Sound. The private beach parking area was a special treat and everyone was super friendly. For the house, the beds were super comfy, soft sheets (beds were already made!), roomy bathrooms, nice airy open kitchen/dining/living room area, so you never felt crowded. Wonderful sunroom and the back deck was amazing. perfect for that morning coffee! One of the nicest surprises was the outdoor shower - clean, lots of space, and the waterless hot water heater was amazing!! Though traffic on Emerald Drive can be hectic, we were lucky and had no problems. You can't go wrong with this house, and we're already planning our week for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week in Emerald Isle

Property was wonderful. Spacious, clean practically new. House is warm and inviting plenty of room inside and out. We had a wonderful week and hope to rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We loved our time at Heather’s house. A lot of thought had been put into what guests might need - fully stocked kitchen with updated/well-kept cookware and appliances, comfortable beds, and a guestbook with lots of helpful information. The outdoor shower was wonderful, as was access to private parking at the beach, which wasn’t super crowded and very close by. Great communication from Heather as well! Highly recommend this house! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property in a great spot

We had a great week here. The property is in great shape and in a nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Creedmoor, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House & Location

Loved many things about this house: Location and convenient to everything on the island, outdoor space to include deck and outdoor shower, sunroom, free ocean front parking. The renovations the owner has completed are nice. Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week

The property was beautiful and so clean! We especially loved the outdoor shower after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Getaway

We loved the house and the beach parking was awesome! All you could want within walking distance. Fun fishing on the pier. House is well equipped, great kitchen. Private backyard. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

It met all our expectations! We hope to return to EI again and will definitely stay here!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V., NORTH CHESTERFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant and relaxing 😌

Perfect size house for my wife and I. Clean, new flooring through out. Enjoyed having dinner in the prívate backyard with nice 😊 deck as well as having our coffee in the rocking chairs. My wife rented a bike 🏍 for the week and had fun on her daily bike rides including watching the sunset 🌅.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful vacation home.

The location was perfect for us. We appreciated the ease of oceanfront parking. The backyard deck is great for relaxing dinners at home after a fun day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather W., Whitehall PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable & Comfy home!

This house was adorable and comfy! Great location! ABSOLUTELY loved the outside shower it was used more than the inside ones. Heather is an awesome host GOOD COMMUNICATION & QUICK RESPONSE! Thank you for opening your property to us. We loved the house and had a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House. Perfect Location

One of the best places we have ever stayed. The ground level was perfect with aging parents. The location was perfect. So close to all the EI amenities. Private parking was awesome. The kitchen was fully stocked. There is even Tupperware. The place was super clean. The outside shower with hot water was a huge bonus with six adults. The owner was wonderful to work with. The back deck is huge. The neighborhood is quite and the sunsets from the pier on the sound side are amazing. We have VRBO'd more than the average and this is easily in the top two places we have ever stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls week was great!

We enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage! All was perfect! Thanks so much,!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heather

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I grew up in Morehead City, NC and moved to the capital for school and work. I finally fulfilled a life long dream and purchased a home ON the island! I am so excited to share my beautiful, lovingly renovated home and incredible beach paradise!

Why they chose this property

Privacy is a rarity on the island and you will forget anyone else is on the island when you relax in the back yard.

What makes this property unique

Ocean front parking is quite rare. Our private gated lot with outdoor shower and bike rack is perfect! Just a block from the pier means, bathroom and convenience store facilities are close by. Walking on the pier is free!

The Cedar Street sound front park is a short 0.2mi walk from the house and is perfect for sunsets against the backdrop of the EI bridge.

Languages:

English